Crown Inn At Tolldown - Chipping Sodbury

Historic pub hotel in South Gloucestershire with dog-friendly boutique rooms and locally sourced dining

Rooms & Accommodation

Crown Inn At Tolldown offers 12 ground-floor boutique en-suite rooms in a separate wing from the main pub. Each room has a flat-screen TV, a desk, and an en suite bathroom with both a bath and a shower, plus a hairdryer and toiletries provided. Guests receive homemade biscuits in their room, and the accommodation includes tea and coffee facilities, with fresh milk offered at check-in.

Dining

The inn's restaurant menu showcases regional specialities prepared by in-house chefs using locally sourced ingredients. A wide selection of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free menu options is available, and Butcombe ales and lagers are served on tap. Breakfast is included and cooked to order, featuring high-quality ingredients such as sourdough bread from a local bakery.

Pet-Friendly Amenities

Crown Inn at Tolldown has a dog-friendly policy that includes homemade treats for pets and dog blankets and bowls provided in the room. An enclosed garden is available for pet bathroom breaks, and the property offers dog-friendly ground-floor rooms with direct access to the parking area. Pet bowls and biscuits are also supplied, and the staff can recommend local walking routes suitable for dogs.

Location & Activities

The Crown at Tolldown is located 16 km from Bath, 23 km from Bristol, and a 10-minute drive from the town of Chipping Sodbury. Guests can walk or cycle along the Cotswold Way directly from the inn, and the National Trust property Dyrham Park is within easy driving distance. Nearby attractions include Bath Abbey and Pulteney Bridge, while the M4 junction 18 is only a 1-minute drive away.

Events & Services

The inn provides a beautifully refurbished private hire space for events, which can accommodate up to 14 guests for gatherings such as birthday celebrations. Facilities for disabled guests are available, and the property offers accessible parking, meeting and banquet facilities, and packed lunches on request. Additional services include 24-hour security with CCTV, daily housekeeping, and a policy of allowing guests to check out as late as 11 a.m.

• Location: 16 km from Bath, 14 from Bristol, near Cotswold Way
• Rooms: 12 ground-floor boutique rooms in a separate wing
• Dining: Regional specialities from locally sourced ingredients, Butcombe ales on tap
• Pet Policy: Dog-friendly with homemade treats, blankets, bowls, and an enclosed garden
• Events: Beautifully refurbished private hire space for gatherings up to 14 guests